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Will Smith Allegedly Shot Down a RuPaul Cameo on 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'

The star reportedly thought it was a "bad idea."

Fresh Prince's Alfonso Ribeiro on How Intersectionality Saves Lives

The actor appeared at LoveLoud in order to support LGBT youth with an empowering message and a surprise dance.

‘Sordid Lives’ Actor Alleges Mogul Benny Medina Tried to Rape Him

Jason Dottley says the renowned talent manager and inspiration behind The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air attacked him and later threatened him via text message.

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13 LGBT Roles That Didn't Kill These A-List Actors' Careers

Will playing gay ruin your acting career? Don't tell that old trope to these big Hollywood names.

Gay 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' Actor Taylor Negron Has Died

From Seinfeld and The Hughleys to The Last Boy Scout and Easy Money, this great character actor will be missed in Los Angeles's LGBT and comedy worlds.

40 and Nobody to Drop Off at Hebrew School

What happens when your life doesn't look like how you imagined it?

From L Word to Empire: Ilene Chaiken Has Changed TV Twice

The out showrunner of Empire and creator of The L Word discusses anti-LGBT discrimination in Hollywood, animal rights, and her relationship with her wife, LouAnne.

Stop Slut-Shaming Prince Charming

The Advocate's sex columnist, Alexander Cheves, slams criticism of the Finding Prince Charming star's history of sex work.

The Sissy Awards

Among many gays, "sissy" is a distinction worthy of honor, sort of like the red badge of courage. But among closed-minded straights, it's a devastating insult, which is why The Advocate bestows the word on the following irritants of 2008.

All 71 Men Accused of Sexual Harassment After Weinstein

Since Harvey Weinstein was exposed as a serial predator, there have been allegations of terrifying behavior by dozens of men.

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Queer Musical Parody of 'The Little Mermaid' Is Making a Splash Across the Pond

Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch first made waves on UK stages in 2022 – and it's returning this year.

31 Must-See Fall TV Shows for LGBT Viewers

There's a lot of TV. Here are the programs The Advocate's editors are most looking forward to.

London Bound

In eager anticipation of the royal wedding, Advocate contributor Steve Freiss and his partner take a gay olde trip through London.

Down the toilet

It's "I've Got a Secret" week on Idol. No secret, however, is the fact that the men continue to be completely awful and the women continue to be only sort of completely awful.

Tell her about it

How do you stay close, stay hot, and keep bed death away from your door? Try this secret weapon: Tell the truth.

LGBTQ Journalists Heap Nominations on 'The Favourite', 'Roma'

Numerous queer icons have been nominated for the 10th Dorian Awards, presented by LGBTQ entertainment writers and editors. 

Still Single in the Age of Gay Marriage

Singleness, at least legally, was one of the hallmarks of being gay. Now everyone, even sitcom characters, are pressuring us to get hitched.

For St. Patrick's Day, an Ode to Ireland's Rebellious Second City

Cork embraces LGBTQ people, celebrates Native history, offers inventive cuisine, and safeguards Celtic culture.

Casey McQuiston's bisexual rom-com 'The Pairing' will make you hungry

McQuiston talks to The Advocate about their latest romance novel, eating their way through Europe, the Red, White & Royal Blue movie sequel, and more.